Patrick Mwangi, a man accused of killing Eunice Syokau on Monday appeared before Machakos Law Court.
Mwangi is accused of stabbing Syokau on July 22, 2023, in Mwala, Machakos County.
In a video captured on CCTV, the two appeared to be having a conversation as Syokau picked items from supermarket shelves.
Shortly, Mwangi removed an object from his pocket and directed it to her chest.
After the act, Mwangi is said to have attempted suicide by taking a substance that will now be taken to a government chemist for further analysis.
Mwangi was taken to Masii Level 3 Hospital and later to Machakos Level 5 Hospital, where he was treated and discharged. He was then taken back to Masii police station, while Syokau succumbed to injuries.
Appearing before court on Monday, Principal Magistrate Charles Ondieki ordered for a mental assessment to be conducted on the suspect.
The case will be mentioned on September 4, 2023, for plea-taking.